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What firewall would you recommend?

Well Mate it really depends on a multitude of variables. Like: what you are trying to protect, how much money do you want to spend, what operating system you have, do you want a software firewall or a dedicated appliance, etc...

I agree...need more info to make a more intelligent post. I'll go ahead and put in my 2 cents, though.

For reliability and flexability in the enterprise, it's PIX, hands down, but it's pricey.

For ease of use in an enterprise appliance, I recommend SonicWall.

For home use, if you want an appliance or router, go with WatchGuard's Firebox SOHO (if you can afford the price), or go with a Linksys router.

As far as host based, for Win2k or 2k3, I'd go with Checkpoint. For XP, I like Sygate.

I do not have enough expertise or experience with linux firewalls, other than ipchains, to make an informed recommendation here.

Just my 2 cents.

Windows 9x:n. A collection of 32 bit extensions and a graphical shell for a 16 bit patch to an 8 bit operating system originally coded for a 4 bit microprocessor. Written by a 2 bit company that can\'t stand 1 bit of competition.

Can I borrow this thread, sir? To save postage.... and to further expound upon this inquiry. I'll be commandeering this thread so what I ask now, is assistance. I am presenting the same question. Only I wish to install a corporate level firewall, on a mock- online game network. Pure generics. None the less, this trial is project status.. so I need to know the best firewall one would recommend for a Linux server hosting an online game. Is it really IPtables..?